Chapter 1 "Animal Farm" Questions

Chapter One Questions "Animal Farm" by George Orwell

By Melissa Moreno

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1. What is Old Major’s main message to the animals during his speech?

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2. Why do the animals sing “Beasts of England,” and how do they react to it?

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3. What happens at the end of the meeting, and why does it end abruptly?

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4. Themes & Messages: What does Old Major’s warning about avoiding human habits suggest about his view of power and corruption?

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5. Literary Style & Craft: How does Orwell use language in Old Major’s speech to persuade and inspire the animals?